Join us for a 4-day Chen-style Taijiquan First Road Intensive workshop September 19–22, 2025 with with Nabil Ranné
This will be an intensive training session on Chen Taijiquan's first road, emphasizing shen fa body methods, structure testing and practical applications to help understand the form practice. The training will be conducted in a supportive and intensive atmosphere, aimed at refining and enhancing body mechanics. The small group setting and personalized approach will allow for a deeper exploration of Taijiquan's methodology, core principles and strategies.
Daily Schedule
7:30–8:30am — Breakfast
9:15–11:15am — Principles and foundations training
12–1pm — Lunch
1:30–3:30pm — First road breakdown and applications
4:30–6:30pm — Power training tools and practical applications
7:30–9pm — Dinner & tea
Nabil Ranné
As a disciple of Chen Yu, Nabil Ranné teaches in the 12th generation of Chen Family Taijiquan. Nabil is a well-known instructor in Europe. He holds a doctorate in sports sciences. His publications include a book on the history and development of Chen-Style Taijiquan and various other articles on the subject. He acts as a supervising trainer of the Chen-Style Taijiquan Netzwerk (CTND).
Nabil learned Chen Yu's unique method in a small family setting while spending several years in intensive training under his teacher’s watchful eye and heavy hands. Chen Yu’s method of Taijiquan is extremely precise, compact and very powerful. Nabil teaches this rich martial movement art in his Berlin school. He offers classes in German, English and Chinese and holds many national and international workshops. His main interest is to preserve, research and pass on this extraordinary taijiquan lineage of Chen Fake, Chen Zhaokui, and Chen Yu. Nabil has a hands-on teaching style, allowing for deep individual training for each participant.
Check-in and out & travel
Check-in opens on Friday, September 19th at 3pm
Check out is Monday, September 22nd at 11am
You can fly into Kelowna airport which is a 1 hour drive from Falkland. Renting a car is suggested, or there are taxis available (~$250 one-way). Ride shares are also possible with other participants if setup ahead of time.
Pricing
Daily lunch and dinner included with your training
Training-only: $725 USD
Training + Glamping: $900 USD (3-night stay)
Training + Garden Suite: $965 USD (3-night stay)
Training + Forest Suite: $985 USD (3-night stay)
$400 USD deposit to reserve your spot with balance payable August 15, 2025
We accept payment through www.wise.com and will send you a deposit link to reserve your spot.
Lodging
Glamping
Private 1-person tent, 5” memory foam sleeping mattress, pillow & sleeping bag included on shared camping platform
Forest Suite
Private room with queen bed
Garden Suite
Private room with queen bed
What’s not included:
Kelowna Airport Transfer
Participants are responsible for their own transportation. Rental cars suggested, or ride share with others.
Terms and policy
By registering you accept financial responsibility should any unforeseen personal circumstances interrupt you from attending this in-person retreat.
Cancel 90 days prior to event – 50% Refund
Cancel 60 days prior to event – No Refund or Transfer
Late arrival, no-show or early departure – No Refund
Due to the stringent booking arrangements required our venue, NO REFUNDS will be given within 60 days of the event unless the event is postponed due to circumstances beyond our control.
Contact me directly to sign up at the link below
*Limited spaces — reserve early to lock in your spot
About the retreat centre
Farm-to-table organic meals
Daily vegetarian organic meals will be included with the training. Meals are cooked fresh with ingredients coming from our garden and local farms — farm-fresh eggs, local cheeses, veggies and fruit.
Location
Our training centre is located in Falkland, BC, in the north Okanagan and the heart of lake and wine country on 5 acres of cedar forest. We have a small above ground pool for cooling off in-between training, and forest paths to wander through the forest. We'll be training outdoors and in our newly constructed training space.
On-site accommodation
We have two beautiful guest villas with queen beds available to rent, along with 8 glamping campsites nestled in the forest setting, all within easy access of our newly-built detached bathroom and shower.
Off-site accommodation
Off-site accommodation available with campgrounds nearby, Airbnbs and a local motel. This is a busy time of year in the area so booking in advance is highly recommended.
Limited food is available offsite. The town of Falkland has a pub and restaurant/cafe as well as a small deli.
Hotels & AirBnB’s
Campgrounds
*If staying off-site, a car will be required.